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The process of making your own patterns for Native American Beadwork just takes a bit of imagination and some artistic drive. The method of making your own patterns itself is fairly simple. You will need some waxed beading thread to be able to start your pattern. It is best to have seed beads that are of many different colors. The first row of beads should contain eight seed beads that are all the same color. As you continue your pattern you will be threading different colored beads into the end bead of the last row you just threaded. Simply follow this method row to row. Color is important. To make your pattern unique be sure to incorporate colors that are known to be in Native American patterns. In doing some simple research online or at a local library, you can find many pictures that show some fantastic examples of Native American beadwork. Native American Beadwork can be a rewarding and fun hobby. With a little patience and knowledge your own pattern will come out looking as authentic as the people that created many wonderful pieces of art. The history behind the work, the meaning behind the patterns, will amaze you.What’s 1 more click? Your boss isn’t watching… The Siyazama Beadwork Project